Australian Shepherd - Top 10 Facts

The Australian Shepherd is a breed of herding dog from the United States. Despite their name, the Australian Shepherd dog breed originated in the western United States, not Australia, around the time of the Gold Rush in the 1840s. Originally bred to herd livestock, they remain working dogs at heart.

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A Quick Overview:
Group: Herding Dogs
Height: 18 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight: 40 to 65 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years

👉 Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:56 1. Their History
01:54 2. Their Physical Features
03:39 3. Their Temperament
04:37 4. They Are a Versatile Breed With Many Talents
05:31 5. Their Trainability
06:39 6. Their Exercise Needs
07:46 7. They Make Great Watchdogs
08:31 8. Their Grooming
09:20 9. Their Health
10:39 10. Diet and Nutrition
11:30 Outro

[selenagraybill]

I had a Aussie for nearly 15 years, his name was Charly, we lost him last April and I miss his terribly. Watching this video makes me smile because he acted so much like these dogs. Thank you!

[leeannmettlach]

Our Aussie is one of the best dogs either of us have ever had! ❤️

[SweetandSassyRedhead]

I am on my 3rd Aussie. Such a great breed.

[DogsWiz]

Let's hear it for all the original Aussie Shepherd owners who let us use their images/clips in the video. Check out more of their content on their respective Instagram profiles.
What do you like the most about Australian Shepherds? Let us know in the comments below!

[pamperez]

My sweet Aussie's name was Camille. She was my best friend. I miss her everyday. I lost her tragically last Dec 29th. She followed me everywhere and yes, especially the bathroom. She loved everyone she ever met accept for one pushy narcissist that was told not to bring her snake to my home. She broght it anyway. My dog went nuts and growled at only her everytime she dropped over. Camille was a great judge of character. I loved and still love her very much.

[jacobycampbell]

I love my Aussie girl, she really has been the best pet I have had the pleasure to own.

[WesterStarThunder]

We have our second Aussie. Pebbles died 5 years ago. She was 16. Sasha is 13 weeks old and just as amazing, and challenging as pebbles was.

Great dogs if you have the time to teach them properly, and give them something to do. We are in the process of building an agility course in the back yard for her.

I will say that if you are a first time puppy parent the Aussie may not be a good choice.

[kennethspencer]

you have a great way of explaining. you are a great speaker.

[bemoredobetter]

Our Finnegan developed epilepsy after 10 years. Controllable during the 1st year, but sadly, the condition became progressively worse. Still, we were very happy to have Finn while we did!! A beautiful and lovely boy ❤

[scottrackley]

Granddad had one when I was growing up. Rodeo was a blue merle AS before they were recognized. That dog could go get the color horse he was told to. Was real good at herding cattle. Smartest dog I've ever seen.

[ericfisher]

Had one until recently after 14 of the best years of my life with him. I miss him terribly every single day

[orbitxp]

i have a 75% aussie and 25% golden retriever. he has espresso colors haha his name is Ace and he’s now 16 weeks.

[fubuhr]

Add "Strays" to the movie list. 😂

[skatemetal]

I've had my Australian shepherd for 2 years now . His name is Arlo he's big 68 lbs and taller then most . He's light golden brown and white hates water but loves animals of all kinds .

[DavidKinzer-hh]

I had a red mearle...best dog Ive ever had. Super smart.

[noxe_gaming]

My puppy learned fetch in 2 days. He then learned Stay, Come and his name Goku. He is amazing.

[hitman]

Hi guys, my sister has a Australian Shepherd and he does not like it when I try to pet him on his head he always tries to bit me. Is that common with that breed of dog?

[MayYourGodGoWithYou]

They look exactly like sheep dogs - except most sheep dogs are black and white though I've seen others who are similar colours to these - who have never been anywhere near Australia or the US. They breed/use them in Korea as well and they're also from dogs whose parents were originally from Welsh sheep dogs.

[BrennansMusic]

They are not from Australia. They are called Australian Sheppards, but they were bread in the western United States.

[lindabrophy]

I take my girl out 4 or more times a day in my back yard to play ball for 20 ins to 1/2 hour every time and she also plays in the house running around with our Maltese or they play and chase each other outside. She I very protected of our Maltese they are 6 mos. different in age. she still eats everything she can, she is 13 months old. A friend of mine that breeds them told me that Aussie can take up to 16 mos. to grow and 2 years to mentally grow up. up until 2 years they can go from being puppy to adolescence to an adult in seconds, and boy does my girl do that. But I love her.